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Beach Fishing Adventures

27 reviews
1505 Ken Thompson Parkway
Sarasota FL, United States

Covid-19 measures: CDC guidelines are applied such as social distancing, sanitizing fishing gear, sanitizing wipes and masks.

Looking to explore Florida’s world-famous fishing grounds, and embark on a unique adventure at the same time? Maybe you’ve always wanted to experience incredible angling action, but don’t like the idea of cruising miles out onto choppy waters? Beach Fishing Adventures is the perfect solution! Explore the Gulf of Mexico’s fishery from a totally new perspective as you cast off from Sarasota’s shoreline. No boat needed – leave seasickness behind!

Your guide, Steve Herich, has been fishing these waters for over 28 years, and uses his wealth of experience to offer unbeatable “on the beach” angling adventures for guests of all ages and skill levels. He’s a patient and knowledgeable instructor, and will teach you not only how to hook your dream catch, but how to catch live bait, use the tackle and also gain an understanding of the local fish.

You’ll be able to cast off straight away with Steve – you don’t need to worry about cruising miles to find the best spot! Shoreline fishing guarantees true “hands-on” action, and Steve will show you the best techniques to use.

Steve’s knowledge, fishing spots and top-notch techniques already offer something to write home about! Steve’s guests regularly reel in anything from the famous hard-fighting Snook, Redfish, Pompano, Spotted Seatrout, Black Drum, Flounder, Shark species, and plenty of other Floridian saltwater superstars.

Coach Steve will provide all the fishing gear you need for a fun and productive day along the shoreline. He’ll even clean and fillet your catch for you - Gratuity is not included, but is appreciated: 15-20% is customary for your guide working hard to make your trip memorable! The hoards of baitfish of many species bring the bite up against the beaches, so make sure you don’t miss out!

  • Live Bait
  • You Keep Catch
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Child Friendly
  • Ice Box
  • Rods, reels & tackle

Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (AM) - NO BOAT
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    $270
    price breakdown
    Head to the shoreline in the morning, and get ready to cast off straight away – no boat is needed to hook the catch of your dreams on this beach-fishing trip! Your beach guide, Steve, will bring along all the fishing gear you need for a fun and productive morning. All you need to do is grab your favorite snacks, water, sensible beach shoes, and plenty of sunscreen! Tip is not included, but appreciated!
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip (AM) - NO BOAT
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    $235
    price breakdown
    Head to the shoreline in the morning, and get ready to cast off straight away – no boat is needed to hook the catch of your dreams on this beach-fishing trip! Your beach guide, Steve, will bring along all the fishing gear you need for a fun and productive morning. All you need to do is grab your favorite snacks, water, sensible beach shoes, and plenty of sunscreen! Tip is not included, but appreciated!
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip (Mid Day) - NO BOAT
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    $235
    price breakdown
    Whether you're looking for a fun family activity, or are an experienced angler looking for a new way of fishing, your beach guide Steve has a completely unique opportunity for you – fishing from the shoreline, boat not necessary! Steve will have you hooking a variety of world-famous fish, including the feisty Snook, Pompano, Spotted Seatrout, Redfish, and more. He'll also provide all the fishing gear you need, so just bring beach shoes, sunscreen, and snacks. Tip is not included, but appreciated!
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip (PM) - NO BOAT
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 3:30 PM
    $235
    price breakdown
    Spend an afternoon experiencing Floridian fishing like never before – you'll be casting off from the beach, and no boat is necessary to hook the catch of your dreams! Species on offer include world-famous Floridian fish such as Snook, Pompano, Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, and more. Steve will bring along the gear you need for a successful trip – just grab sunscreen, sensible beach shoes, and plenty of snacks! Tip is not included, but appreciated.
  • Private trip
    2 Hour Trip (AM) - NO BOAT
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    $195
    price breakdown
    If you're an early bird, join your beach guide Steve for this adventure! You'll be fishing from the shoreline of the beach itself, so if you want to take your family on a unique angling adventure this is for you. No boat is needed to hook world-famous fish, either – species on offer include Sheepshead, Redfish, Snook, Pompano, a variety of Snapper, and even Shark. Steve will bring all the fishing gear you need. Just bring sunscreen, snacks, and beach shoes. Tip is not included, but appreciated!
  • Private trip
    2 Hour Trip (Mid Day) - NO BOAT
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    $195
    price breakdown
    Get ready to explore the waters of the Gulf with your very own beach guide, Steve! You'll be shoreline fishing from the beach itself (no boat needed!), so if you're looking for a truly unique experience, this is the perfect trip for you. Your captain will provide all the fishing gear you need, so just bring sunscreen, snacks, drinks, and footwear that can handle rocks. Tip is not included, but appreciated!
  • Private trip
    2 Hour Trip (PM) - NO BOAT
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
    $195
    price breakdown
    What could be better than spending your afternoon on a beautiful beach, soaking in the rays and fishing from the shoreline? You don't have to worry about seasickness on this trip – no boat is required, and you'll be casting from the beach itself! The species on offer only add to this incredible experience – Snook, Spotted Seatrout, Redfish, Pompano, and a variety of Shark, to name a few. Just bring along sensible shoes, snacks, drinks, and sunscreen. Tip is not included, but appreciated!
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About the Captain

Steven Herich
Sarasota, Florida, United States
Angler's Choice
4 Fishing Reports
ID & License verified
27 Customer Reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since January 2019
Capt. Steve grew up in Southern California, and has always had a passion for saltwater activities: from fishing to surfing, scuba to spearfishing, and diving for Lobster! He has a true thirst for adventure, and this led him to the rugged, unspoiled beaches of Baja, Mexico. Baja proved to be a true fisherman's paradise, with incredible angling opportunities and lifelong memories. Now, he wants to help guests feel the same sense of adventure and excitement that he experienced in Baja – through experiencing Floridian fishing like never before, from the shoreline! Steve moved to Longboat Key, Florida, in 1992, and has an incredible, diverse fishery right on his doorstep. He can't wait to introduce you to it, all without a boat in sight. He also knows a lot about the local wildlife and loves telling guests about the nature around them as they fish, providing an experience that’s more than just fishing. Come and enjoy a truly unique Floridian experience with your own personal beach guide!

About this listing

Targeted Species

Black Drum Black Drum
Flounder Flounder
Pompano Pompano
Shark (Blacktip) Shark (Blacktip)

Shark (Bonnethead) Shark (Bonnethead)
Sheepshead Sheepshead
Snapper (Mangrove) Snapper (Mangrove)
Snook Snook

Spanish Mackerel Spanish Mackerel
Spotted Seatrout Spotted Seatrout

Boat Specs

Length
4 ft
Capacity
8 persons

Types of Fishing

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing

Fishing Techniques

Light Tackle
Spinning
Jigging

Amenities

Ice Box
Ice Box

Trip Includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

Customers can cancel or modify their booking up to 1 day before the trip date free of charge. If the trip is canceled or modified later, or in the event of a no-show, 100% of the deposit will be charged.

Listing Policies

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 15% deposit
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
Pay remaining balance to captain
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
Cash
Checks

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Customer Reviews

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4.98
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Frank D.
Wakefield, Rhode Island
 5.00
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Three hours with Steve Herich Beach Fishing Adventures

October 15, 2019
Tammy and I (Frank) have chartered with Steve’s Beach Fishing Adventures several times. And every time has been an unbelievable...
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Andy T.
Sarasota, Florida
 5.00
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Multiple awesome trips with Coach Steve!!

August 15, 2019
Over the years, I have taken 3 beach fishing trips with Coach Steve. Each trip has proven to be such a monumental positive...
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Nick C.
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 5.00
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Great day of beach fishing

VERIFIED   NEW  June 27, 2020
Spent 3 hours on the beach in Sarasota.  Learned how to catch natural bait and then use it to catch fish.  Caught...
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Kayla S.
JACKSON BELDEN, OH
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Half Day with Captain Steven

VERIFIED   NEW  June 26, 2020
We had an amazing morning with Captain Steven! We always had something on our lines and my 6 year old was thoroughly entertained...
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Nancy V. B.
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Early evening fishing with coach Steve

VERIFIED   March 8, 2020
The fishing gear was in really good condition and easy to use. There was a variety of bait to catch a variety of fish species....
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